Fuchs’ dystrophy (pronounced fooks DIS-truh-fee) is an eye disease characterized by degenerative changes to the cornea’s innermost layer of cells. […]
Intricate and complex, the eyes take in and process light and communicate information to the brain through electronic impulses. Several diseases and conditions – viral, bacterial, and genetic – affect the eyes and their ability to function properly. Any sign of unusual eye symptoms should prompt a visit with an eye care professional.
Bottom Line Up Front: Cytomegalovirus (CMV) retinitis is a serious viral infection of the retina that primarily affects immunocompromised individuals. […]
Keratoconus is a progressive eye disorder in which the cornea, the clear front layer of the eye, thins and […]
Quick Answer: What is Macular Dystrophy?Macular dystrophy represents a group of inherited genetic eye disorders causing progressive damage to the […]
Executive Summary: Retinitis pigmentosa affects 1.5-2 million people worldwide, with a prevalence of 1 in 3,000 to 1 in 5,000 […]
Stargardt Disease affects 1 in 8,000-10,000 people worldwide, as the most common inherited juvenile macular degeneration. While no cure exists […]